In this book, world-renowned experts describe the latest advances in
minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and explain why endoscopy is of
key importance in so many conditions. Hysteroscopic instrumentation is
described and the application of hysteroscopic techniques in patients
with polyps, fibroids, malformations and infertility is explained and
evaluated. Individual chapters are devoted to the current minimally
invasive treatment of endometriosis, endometrial polyps and adenomyosis.
The role of laparoscopy in gynecologic oncology and the laparoscopic
approach to hysterectomy are fully discussed. Various other applications
of laparoscopy are considered, with coverage of techniques including
traditional straight stick laparoscopy, barbed suture and robotic and
single port surgery. Neurophysiology and the use of laparoscopic therapy
to restore vital function are discussed and complications of
laparoscopic surgery are also addressed.